B2nounsocietybusiness
US/ˈet.ɪ.ket/
UK/ˈet.ɪ.ket/
the accepted rules for polite behavior in a society, a job or a particular situation
In context
Business etiquette in Japan includes exchanging cards with both hands.
It is bad etiquette to check your phone during a meeting.
The guide explains basic dining etiquette for visitors from abroad.
Words that go with etiquette
noun + noun
- business etiquetteBusiness etiquette varies from country to country.
- email etiquetteGood email etiquette means replying within a day.
adjective + noun
- social etiquetteSocial etiquette tells us not to interrupt others.
- proper etiquetteProper etiquette requires you to greet the host first.
- good etiquetteIt is good etiquette to thank the host.
noun + preposition
- breach of etiquetteArriving late without calling is a breach of etiquette.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
an etiquetteCorrect: etiquette